Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Here at Futures, we have been asked to find a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer (Elec or Mech bias) to join a large ambient food manufacturing business as they expand production capability and look to drive a culture change within their Engineering Team. Having had a walk round the site (and tried a few of the products!) the potential in this site is evident and they now have the backing to reach that potential within 3-4 years.

Job details

Job title - Multi Skilled Engineer (Mech or Elec considered)

Salary - Up to £46,000

Shift - 4 on 4 off 2 Days/2 nights

Benefits - Good benefits package

Industry - Food

Location - Preston.

The role

• The daily reporting of breakdowns and PPMs activities
• Prioritisation of repair work
• Planning and Monitoring machine performance
• Working with the Planning Department to negotiate machine availability
• Monitoring failure
• Supporting External Contractors
• Technical support for production when required
• To maintain the highest standards in housekeeping, adopting a clean as you go policy.
• To maintain the highest standards when completing paperwork and works sign off.

The site

• Large food manufacturing business with a long-standing history in the area.
• Circa 500+ person site that is set to receive big investment over the next 2 years.
• Supply most major retailers in the UK.
• A mix of new and old equipment in a fully automated factory.
• Settled engineering team of 40+ with a good mix of electrical and mechanical skills.

Qualifications/Experience required

• The ideal candidate will be educated to a minimum of HNC/NVQ to level 3 minimum in an Engineering related discipline, you will also ideally have completed an apprenticeship or an equivalent formal training programme in installation and maintenance that includes relevant practical experience.
• People who have held the following job titles are encouraged to apply.

Maintenance Engineer, Multi skilled Maintenance Engineer, Electrical Maintenance Engineer,

Apply today for a quick confidential chat about the role/company!